EarthEssence Natural Therapies

06/04/2026

The Acromioclavicular Joint
The AC joint is the part of the shoulder where the shoulder blade meets the clavicle bone and allows the two to move around each other It can be sprained, strained, dislocated and affected with arthritis and is a difficult joint to heal as it's used every time you move your arm.
It is also a very useful acupressure point for sore shoulders. In particular, if someone has rounded shoulders this is a good, but painful, point to press. If you carry your head forward 'in front of' the neck instead of on top of the neck , this point may also be painful. The greater the pain, the tighter the shoulder.
You can find it very easily yourself. Using your fingers, follow the trapezium muscle from the neck to the shoulder and where you feel it has narrowed into a V shape ... and press down.
If it's really painful...that's a sign to start concentrating on correct posture and also strengthening the shoulders and pectoral muscles, maybe under the guidance of a physiotherapist, especially if you have other musculoskeletal problems.

02/04/2026

Neck Pain

Oh Lord....where do we start!
Neck pain is insidious....it really gets people down very quickly. It can cause migraine, headache, shoulder, jaw and back pain....as well as 'travelling down' the spine and affecting how you 'hold' yourself ...so the back changes and the hips try to adapt and before you know it everything hurts.
If you've had an injury it is important you get it checked by your GP who may want to do an x-ray to determine any arthritis or if there are bulging discs....a CT scan may be needed to determine any pinched nerves that can send pain down the arms. And if you have any tingling in your arms/fingers you should DEFINATELY see your GP first before seeking treatments from others.
Massage can be very useful in releasing tension in the neck. Years of experience have taught me that harder or deeper massage isn't necessarily better, especially for more vulnerable areas such as the neck...rather than forcing the muscle to give in quickly, helping the muscle to relax is better for the client long term. While many people feel pain at the back of the neck, don't forget that the muscles at the front of the neck also hold the neck in position, so these, as well as the jaw muscles, will need some help as well.

23/03/2026

Feeling Frazzled?

Whether it be neuropathy , agitated nerves from the physical or the emotional , massage can soothe and relax you body, mind and soul. If you're feeling ungrounded or uncentred may I suggest reflexology in particular, as this is very good at getting the 'agitation' out of your head and helps the body and mind feel at ease.

15/03/2026

Senior's Card Price Remains Unchanged For Now

1 Hour Massage or Reflexology STILL $55


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15/03/2026

According to a study by Chu et al., published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry (2013), allicin, a bioactive compound derived from garlic, exhibits significant anticancer activity against human liver cancer cells. The researchers found that allicin inhibited the growth of hepatocellular carcinoma cells by inducing programmed cell death mechanisms such as apoptosis and autophagy. These processes play an important role in preventing the uncontrolled proliferation of cancer cells.

Furthermore, the study demonstrated that allicin was able to trigger cell death even when the p53 tumor-suppressor pathway was impaired or absent in certain liver cancer cell lines. Since many cancers develop resistance to treatment by mutating or disabling the p53 gene, the ability of allicin to induce cell death through alternative pathways suggests its potential as a promising natural compound for future anticancer research.

PMID: 24059278

25/01/2026

Painful Knees?

Osteoarthritis affects most joints in the body, but especially impacts us with our ankles, knees and hips as it affects our ability to get up and move.....and the noises we may or may not make as we stand.

A recent systematic search was conducted, surveying 39 articles with 4599 participants to determine the impact of herbal and nutritional interventions on knee osteoarthritis, looking at pain scores, function, and stiffness. The trials varied in length, being between 4 weeks and 3 years. The supplements investigated included egg shell membrane, Vitamin D, krill oil, curcumin, ginger. collagen and Boswellia.

Boswellia demonstrated the most consistent and significant benefits versus placebo for pain, stiffness and function compared to placebo groups. The other supplements that produced significant results include curcumin, krill oil and collagen. Boswellia, krill oil, curcumin, collagen and ginger also produced meaningful reductions in VAS pain (Pain Visual Analogue scale) No supplement was associated with an increased risk of adverse effects compared with placebo.

Larger studies, with longer time frames are always needed, but this does show how good herbal nutrition can improve life quality and mobility, and reduce dependance on pain killers. I would suggest not just taking Boswellia but include curcumin and ginger as well for best results. If you have swelling, also consider taking celery seed, providing you don't have a problem with your kidneys. Also invest in Practitioner Only products....too many people waste money on supplements that don't have the correct dosage of ingredients to obtain the desired effect.

19/01/2026

Mediterranean Diet and Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a chronic, immune mediated inflammatory skin disease that affects an estimated 60 million people globally and is often exacerbated by lifestyle co-morbidities such as obesity and poor nutrition . The Mediterranean diet is known for its anti-inflammatory and cardio metabolic benefits. A dermatology clinic in Spain recently conducted 16 week trial to determine if adherence to a dietician guided Mediterranean Diet (MD) program could impact the disease severity and metabolic parameters of adults with psoriasis. All participants had stable topical treatment for at least 3 months before starting the trial and a PASI (Psoriasis Area and Severity Index) score between 2 and 10 (the higher the score the more extensive the disease).
At week 16 there was significant improvement in symptoms when compared with the control group. Nearly 50 % of the participants showed a 75% reduction in PASI (Psoriasis Area and Severity Index), while the average change in PASI score was -3.4 while there was no change in scores for those not in the intervention group.
While larger studies are always required, this study does underline how what we eat impacts our immune system and skin health, indeed, our whole physical well being!

16/01/2026

2026 Essence is Here!

Want To Get A Move On?
This year's essence is all about getting on with things, being dynamic, working on plans instead on just planning, getting rid of procrastination, being the Leader in your life.
Containing Bush Fuschia ( brain, balanced thinking), Calophylum, ( leadership) Christmas Bell ( abundance and taking responsibilty for your resources), Kapok Bush ( despondency and procrastination), Red Lily ( grounding in Spirit) , Sedum( grounding and working for spiritual good) and Sundew ( physical grounding). These are just a few of the areas this mix will work with.
So if you want to get things moving but don't quite know how, this essence may be a huge help!
#2026

11/01/2026

Australian Bush Flower Essences

I stock a large range of the pre- blended drops and sprays from the ABFE range and will be receiving the new 2026 blend this week. This blend is designed using numerology as well as the essences to help us make the most of this year. In terms of numerology this year is all about 'doing'...getting projects and dreams out of your head and into your life....as well as about leadership and being dynamic.
If you live outside the Launceston area, don't forget I can post stock to you. For a full range of my retail stock, go to my google business profile page and click on products
healing bush flower essences #2026 essence

11/01/2026

Painful Knees?
Many people make That Noise when they stand up as they get older! It's not just the knees, it can be the hips and ankles as well but there's no doubt about it....painful knees can drastically affect mobility, function and quality of life for some people as they age. A systemic study was recently done with a review of 39 articles with a total of 4599 participants to determine the most consistent and significant benefits when compared to placebo for krill oil, curcumin, eggshell membrane, vitamin D, ginger and collagen. Study times lasted varied from 4 weeks to 36 months.
Boswellia was the clear winner with pain, stiffness and function in comparison to placebos.
Krill oil, curcumin and collagen produced significant improvements in functional scores while Boswellia, krill oil, curcumin, collagen and ginger were all associated with meaningful reductions in pain. Larger studies with longer time frames are always needed for clearer results, but this does suggest that Boswellia is an extremely useful supplement when treating osteoarthritis, and for further improvements, I would suggest mixing it with turmeric (curcumin) and ginger in particular. I also suggest that in order to get the best results that you invest in Practitioner Only products which will have the correct compounds in the amounts you need to get the results you want....too many people waste money on supplements that are never going to give good results, simply because they aren't at the correct dosage to make a difference.

01/01/2026

22/12/2025

Wishing everyone a wonderful Christmas and Happy New Year. I hope you all get to spend time with those you love, laugh a lot, rest a lot and indulge a bit...or a lot!
Stay safe while travelling and see you in the New Year